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INTERPRETING THE APC 

VFB-APC  

Error

Pump on

Power on

Restart

1~240V 50 Hz
Max 1.5kW 10A
Max 65°C
IP65
Max 1MPa (10 bar)

AUTO PRESSURE CONTROL

VFB-APC

Error

Pump on

Power on

Restart

1~240V 50 Hz
Max 1.5kW 10A
Max 65°C
IP65
Max 1MPa (10 bar)

AUTO PRESSURE CONTROL

VFB-APC

Error

Pump on

Power on

Restart

1~240V 50 Hz
Max 1.5kW 10A
Max 65°C
IP65
Max 1MPa (10 bar)

AUTO PRESSURE CONTROL

VFB-APC

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VADA FLOW BOSS 

HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP

 

VFB-HM80 

INSTALLATION MANUAL

•   Pump inlet: 25mm MI
•   Pump outlet: 25mm MI
•   Max water temp: 65°C
•  Minimum pump pressure: 250kPa / 2.5 bar
•  Maximum operating pressure: 1000kPa / 10 bar

•  You will need a flathead screwdriver if adjusting the cut-in pressure.

•  Ensure your pump set up is equipped with two isolation valves. This allows for fuss free 

troubleshooting the suction and discharge lines, should you need it.

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT 

VFB-APC

The Vada Flow Boss Auto Pressure Control VFB-APC gives you perfect control of household 
pressure pumps, guaranteed. Designed with an LED light panel to signal the state of operation,  
a built in pressure gauge to allow for adjustable cut-in pressure and a 24 hour reset function  
for hassle free operation.

SPECIFICATIONS 

VFB-APC

Green light

The VFB-APC is successfully connected to the 
power supply.

Yellow light

The pump is in operation.

Note: 

On initial start up the pump will run until 

the supply line is primed to remove all air.

Red light

Flashing red: Loss of flow detected. While the 
red light is flashing, the pump will remain on for 
20 seconds, then turn off as it tries to re-prime 
itself. It will attempt this several times. 

Solid red: The pump has not been able to 
detect water and cannot re-prime itself. The 
pump will turn off for 24 hours, or until reset.

To reset, turn the power off, then on or 
press the restart button.

HELPFUL HINTS

Power On indicator

Pump On indicator

Error indicator

Restart button

Three-wire cable

25mm MI Inlet

Cut-in pressure 
adjustment point

25mm MI Outlet

Summary of Contents for VFB-HM80

Page 1: ...HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP INSTALLATION MANUAL VFB HM80...

Page 2: ...urchase invoice number Product serial number Product model number THANK YOU A smooth day is a good day That s why Vada is dedicated to creating pump solutions that you can count on With a focus on eas...

Page 3: ...oose between the Auto Pressure Control and the Mechanical Switching Unit or the Digital Water Switching Unit COMPATIBLE VADA PRODUCTS The Vada Flow Boss VFB HM80 is a self priming Horizontal Multistag...

Page 4: ...oss Auto Pressure Control VFB APC gives you perfect control of household pressure pumps guaranteed Designed with an LED light panel to signal the state of operation a built in pressure gauge to allow...

Page 5: ...iew the complete Digital Water Switch Manual for further details on set up operation and even troubleshooting HELPFUL HINT KNOW YOUR PRODUCT VFB MSU25 SPECIFICATIONS VFB MSU25 The Vada Flow Boss Mecha...

Page 6: ...flammable liquids Pumping liquid containing abrasive solids stones ceramics etc What you ll need to supply Suction Pipe internal diameter of 25mm or larger Discharge pipe internal diameter of 25mm or...

Page 7: ...ater Switching Unit VFB DSU Thread tape Teflon tape Float switch kit 25mm barrel union Barrel union kit x2 mesh washer inline filters 25mm or larger male hose barb Access to a 10A outdoor powerpoint H...

Page 8: ...l application Note The length and the diameter of the discharge pipe impacts the pressure and flow rate the VFB HM80 can deliver Note all components used must have a pressure rating that exceeds the m...

Page 9: ...mounted above a tank follow steps outlined in Part 4B PART 4A PRIMING A SURFACE MOUNT PUMP AND TANK 1 Ensure the water level in your tank sits above the tank outlet This will ensure the pump does not...

Page 10: ...no leaks are present proceed Recommended length 150mm 25mm barrel union Y Strainer Suction pipe Min 25mm Solid level base 100mm 50mm 25mm Foot valve non return valve Foot valve minimum of 100mm from b...

Page 11: ...s and house water line Power on Pump on Error Restart AUTO PRESSURE CONTROL FLOW BOSS 240 50Hz Max 1 5kW Max 1MPa 8A IP65 2 Position the Auto Pressure Control VFB APC between the pump and the first ou...

Page 12: ...screw at the back of the VFB APC 3 Using a flat head screwdriver turn the adjustment screw clockwise until you reach the correct pressure roughly this will be 3 5 full 360 turns 4 Confirm the pressur...

Page 13: ...hing unit to the incoming mains water supply This is marked MAINS with an arrow pointing out of the VFB DSU indicating water flow direction Note Brace this fitting to prevent movement while connecting...

Page 14: ...ing an VFB APC or VFB MSU25 connect the IEC socket from the pump to the IEC plug cord on the VFB APC or VFB DSU Note Supply voltage that is outside the limits specified can cause the motor to overheat...

Page 15: ...SU however these steps apply to all possible set ups Ensure that the pump has been successfully primed 1 Open the gate valve on the suction line 2 Slowly open the gate valve on the discharge line to 5...

Page 16: ...n off power to motor and remove plug from power outlet before working on pump or motor 5 Open the outlet on discharge line and open isolation valve on the discharge line to 100 This will assist with r...

Page 17: ...litres per minute For example in the pump performance curve below you can see that if the Horizontal Multistage Pump VFB HM80 has a discharge head between 28 37 metres then the pump will produce 34 5...

Page 18: ...ssure 800kPa 8 bar MOTOR IP rating IP55 motor Speed of rotation 2850rpm motor Insulation Class F motor Enclosed externally ventilated Capacitor permanently activated Thermal protection built into the...

Page 19: ...maximum allowable pressure in buildings is 500 KPa TECHNICAL INFORMATION VFB MSU25 37 36 VADA FLOW BOSS HORIZONTAL MULTISTAGE PUMP VFB HM80 INSTALLATION MANUAL C F H I A B J G D E A 52mm B 181mm C 80...

Page 20: ...Ensure that the power is turned on and check the connection to the power point 2 Fuse may have blown 3 Electrical power line may have been damaged The pump motor protection may have tripped Ensure the...

Page 21: ...nce in the pump fan 1 Disconnect all electrical power 2 Remove the fan cover 3 Rotate the fan by hand and it should rotate freely There may be cavitation in the pump demand for water is higher than it...

Page 22: ...o long or the internal diameter may be too small 1 Reduce either the suction height or distance 2 Increase the suction pipe internal diameter to same size as the pump inlet or larger The pump does not...

Page 23: ...B APC 2 Inspect internals 3 Clean or free debris 4 Ensure that an in line strainer filter is fitted in the suction line between the pump and the tank A pressure controller or mains switch over device...

Page 24: ...ease the suction pipe internal diameter to same size as the pump inlet or larger The pump may have been incorrectly sized for the application Contact the Reece store where the product was purchased fr...

Page 25: ...may be above the check valve on the discharge line The weight of water can force the check valve on the discharge line to close This prevents air being expelled from casing and suction line affecting...

Page 26: ...first impeller not allowing pressure to be created 1 Disassemble pipework and pump housing 2 Clean impellers It is recommended to call a pump technician or licensed professional The Digital Water Swi...

Page 27: ...tank Ensure foot valve is installed fill up suction line and casing from discharge point 3 Activate all appliances outlets sequentially from the nearest to the furthest outlet Repeat if necessary 4 If...

Page 28: ...ives or an authorised customer service workshop and any attempt to repair the device by the customer or unauthorised third parties shall terminate the warranty WARRANTY CONDITIONS The warranty will ap...

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